CARLTON PHILLIPS
Prescription History 1083974539
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Birmingham, AL

NPI Status: Active since May 17, 2012

Contact Information

2100 16TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL
ZIP 35205
Phone: (205) 933-0987
Fax: (205) 930-1758

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CARLTON PHILLIPS, an active MOHS-Micrographic Surgery specialist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 639 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tramadol Hcl, which accounts for 171 claims alone.


Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.5
Days Supply 515
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.4
Peer Average Days Supply785
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,309.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.70

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 79
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.2
Peer Average Days Supply305
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $63.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.73

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 385
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.3
Peer Average Days Supply577
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $481.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.93

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Erivedge

Generic Formulation: VismodegibSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 25.5
Days Supply 740
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.8
Peer Average Days Supply433
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 37.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $272,367.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12,380.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8,743.03

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat adults with a certain type of skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma).

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 98
30-Day Fills 98.1
Days Supply 2,701
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply917
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 172.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,765.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$109.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.52

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 56
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims169.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills170.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,800
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $83.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 285
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply839
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $126.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.38

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 644
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,393
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $522.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.56

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 61.0
Days Supply 1,062
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.2
Peer Average Days Supply547
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 90.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $563.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.35

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 110
30-Day Fills 110.0
Days Supply 283
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,552
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 64.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $313.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 80
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.9
Peer Average Days Supply417
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $50.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.33

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 171
30-Day Fills 171.0
Days Supply 457
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims98.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,174
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 74.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $293.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.15

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 518
AL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.8
Peer Average Days Supply960
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $282.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like CARLTON PHILLIPS provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Birmingham, AL.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **MOHS-Micrographic Surgery** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.